Paul Viera
Paul Viera is the Founder and CEO of EARNEST Partners, a global investment firm responsible for overseeing over $50 billion for municipalities, states, corporations, endowments, and universities. He developed Return Pattern Recognition®, the investment methodology used to screen equities at EARNEST. Prior to founding Earnest Partners in 1998, Viera was a Vice President at Bankers Trust in both New York and London. He later joined Invesco, where he became a Global Partner and senior member of its Investment Team. In addition to EARNEST, Viera is a minority owner and investor of the San Antonio Spurs.
Paul Viera Professional Experience / Academic History
Professional Experience
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Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Academic History
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Master of Business Administration
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B.A., Economics
CURRENT AFFILIATIONS
CEO, Harmony Analytics
Trustee, Woodruff Arts Center
Board Member, Direct Scripts
Board Member, Take-Two Initiative
Board Member, Carter Center Board of Councilors
Board Member, National Center for Human & Civil Rights
Board Member, Emory University Board of Visitors
EARNEST Partners is an independent, institutional investment management firm based in Atlanta, GA.
The firm manages assets on behalf of public funds, Taft-Hartley plans, endowments, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and state and municipal government entities.
They also invest in the public equity markets across the globe and fixed income markets of the United States.
EARLY CAREER
Viera is well-recognized for his demonstrated leadership skills, extensive business expertise, and financial acumen.
He has over 30 years of experience in the investment management industry.
He has also been a commentator for several news organizations, including CNBC and Bloomberg, among others.